The first day of school always comes with an overwhelming number of different emotions. Students can feel happy, excited, anxious, nervous, stressed, sad, and even scared. Here are some risk factors to look out for in your child or teen child therapy plantation:

  Not wanting to go to school
  Physical complaints (stomach hurting, headache, nausea, vomiting)
  Frequent nurse visits
  Not turning in assignments
  Declining grades
  Avoiding social groups
  Skipping classes or school
  Complaints of bullying
  Sleep or eating changes
  Mood swings
  Disinterest in favorite activities
  Panic or anxiety attacks
  Self-harm

As parents how can we help our children and teens cope and make sure they have a successful academic year? Below we have some tips for you!

1. Organize, organize, organize!

Children thrive on structure and organization. Create a visual schedule for them to follow. Include important due dates, school events, and when extracurricular activities will occur. Allow them to add what is important! Giving them an idea of what to expect during the school year may not give anxiety a chance to grow.